Salary: $15.00 - $22.43 HourlyLocation : Elizabeth City, NCJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 301Department: Public UtilitiesDivision: SanitationOpening Date: 12/09/2024GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES The purpose of this job is to provide semi-skilled work in the collection of solid waste.This position works under close supervision according to set procedures. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the position as necessary.
- Collects municipal solid waste and trash; performing public works and related tasks as assigned.
- Moves cans or containers placed for collection and dumps into trucks and operates packer equipment.
- Cleans area around cans.
- Directs traffic and guides truck operator in congested areas.
- Picks up limbs, leaves and other refuse.
- Picks up paper, debris and litter on public property.
- Cleans refuse truck and equipment.
- Spots for driver when necessary.
- Performs public works and utilities tasks as assigned.
- Drives garbage truck in absence of regular driver.
- Assists in performance of preventive maintenance on garbage truck.
- Performs related work as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Performs light to medium work that involves walking or standing virtually all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or skill, adeptness and speed in the use of the fingers, hands or limbs on repetitive operation of mechanical or electronic office or shop machines or tools within moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent.Must possess, or obtain within 6 months, and maintain an appropriate, valid state commercial driver's license (CDL) with an acceptable driving history.The City of Elizabeth City provides outstanding compensation and benefits for its employees. 01 After reading the job description are you able to perform the essential functions of the position?
02 This position requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent. Do you meet this minimum requirement?
03 This position requires a valid state of North Carolina driver's license. Do you meet this minimum requirement?
04 This position requires a Class A CDL driver's license ( or must obtain within 6 months of hire) valid in the State of North Carolina. Do you meet this requirement?
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